Kia Sedona (2008 year). Manual - part 397

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3. Disconnect the lock rod (A) and outside handle rod (B). 

Fig. 55: Identifying Lock Rod And Outside Handle Rod 
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4. Loosen the door module mounting bolts, then remove the door module (A). 

Fig. 56: Identifying Door Module, Bolts, Nut And Screws And Torque Specifications

 

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5. Installation is the reverse of removal. 

OUTSIDE HANDLE REPLACEMENT 

1. Remove the door trim. See REPLACEMENT.  

2. Remove the door trim seal.  

3. Disconnect the connector (A). 

Fig. 57: Identifying Connector 
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4. Disconnect the lock rod (A) and outside handle rod (B). 

NOTE:



Make sure the connector is plugged in properly and each rod is 
connected securely.  



Make sure the door locks and opens properly.  

 

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Fig. 58: Identifying Lock Rod And Outside Handle Rod 
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5. Loosen the outside handle mounting bolts, remove the outside handle bracket (A). 

Fig. 59: Identifying Outside Handle Bracket, Bolts And Torque Specifications 
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6. After removing the outside handle mounting bolts, remove the outside handle (A). 

 

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Fig. 60: Identifying Outside Handle, Bolt And Torque Specifications 
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7. Installation is the reverse the removal. 

DOOR BELT WEATHERSTRIP REPLACEMENT 

1. Loosen the mounting screw, then remove the door belt weather strip (A). 

NOTE:



Make sure the door locks and opens properly. 

 

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